The stainless chainplates pass through the deck and bolt to a grid structure. They are hidden behind interior trim in the quarter berths. Any weeping rust or brown streaks means they need replacement ($4,000-$6,000).
Racer or performance-cruiser looking for a competitive one-design yacht that's ready to campaign or tune up for club racing. farr 36 od for sale
General search engines return limited results. Target these specific platforms: The stainless chainplates pass through the deck and
| Platform | Likely Listings | Notes | |----------|----------------|-------| | YachtWorld | 0-1 | Filter by “Farr 36” not “36 OD” | | SailboatListings | Occasional | Check “racing sailboats” section | | Classifieds (US Sailing / UK HMY) | Rare | Often outdated | | Farr 36 Class Association (Facebook/Forum) | Most active | Owners post “for sale” before public. | | Specialist Brokers (e.g., Tayat Yachts, Sandeman) | Possibly 1-2 | Racing specialist brokers. | | | Specialist Brokers (e
Direct Search Technique:
Use exact phrase: "Farr 36" for sale (remove “OD”) or Farr 36 Classifieds.
Because these boats were raced hard and put away wet, due diligence is mandatory. Bring a surveyor who has IMS/Farr experience.